American sycamore(Platanus occidentalis), tree

Native to: Eastern U.S. Good to plant here? Yes, with an asterisk Why? Shade, huge leaves that turn golden in fall, fabulous papery peeling bark. "Asterisk": Susceptible to anthracnose, a fungal infection. Alternative: London plane tree (Platanus x hispanica), a less susceptible hybrid Needs: Full sun, well-drained soil, plenty of water Grows to: 60 feet high, 50 feet wide Bonus fact: The deal that founded the New York Stock Exchange was signed under a buttonwood tree.

Native to: Eastern U.S. Good to plant here? Yes, with an asterisk Why? Shade, huge leaves that turn golden in fall, fabulous papery peeling bark. "Asterisk": Susceptible to anthracnose, a fungal infection. Alternative: London plane tree (Platanus x hispanica), a less susceptible hybrid Needs: Full sun, well-drained soil, plenty of water Grows to: 60 feet high, 50 feet wide Bonus fact: The deal that founded the New York Stock Exchange was signed under a buttonwood tree.

Native to: Eastern U.S. Good to plant here? Yes, with an asterisk Why? Shade, huge leaves that turn golden in fall, fabulous papery peeling bark. "Asterisk": Susceptible to anthracnose, a fungal infection. Alternative: London plane tree (Platanus x hispanica), a less susceptible hybrid Needs: Full sun, well-drained soil, plenty of water Grows to: 60 feet high, 50 feet wide Bonus fact: The deal that founded the New York Stock Exchange was signed under a buttonwood tree.